Attorney - Medical Malpractice

Cranfill Sumner LLP•Wilmington, NC

1d•Remote

About The Position

Cranfill Sumner LLP (Wilmington) is seeking an Attorney with a minimum of 4 years of litigation experience to handle healthcare litigation and medical malpractice defense. You will work with experienced attorneys in both liability and medical malpractice working with top tier hospitals, clinics and providers. Candidates should be interested and skilled in working complex areas of law and have excellent written and oral advocacy skills; have proven top-notch client service; plus, enjoy working in a team environment. Self-starters will excel and candidates should be ready to handle an active caseload. Employees enjoy generous benefits and leave policies and a flexible remote work policy.

Requirements

Active North Carolina law license, in good standing
4+ years of litigation experience
Ability to independently manage a diverse caseload
Strong written and oral advocacy skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Commitment to client service and collaborative teamwork

Nice To Haves

Experience / knowledge of statutory interpretation, HIPAA laws, medical board work, healthcare industry
General Technology Skills, e.g., GenAI; Billing Software; Microsoft Suite; Outlook; Legal Search

Responsibilities

Propound, respond to and assess written discovery
Conduct and defend depositions, including preparation of clients and expert witnesses, and preparation for examination of adverse expert witnesses
Prepare pleadings, motions and briefs, and legal research for complex matters in state and federal court
Argue motions in state and federal court
Provide excellent client service through written and verbal communication, including summaries, strategies, advocacy, updates, and counsel
Communicate in person and by telephone, email, etc. with opposing counsel to negotiate issues, including settlement and pre-mediation and pre-trial disclosures
Prepare for and attend mediations, negotiate settlement, and review settlement documents
Trial preparation including strategy; review and analysis of all factual and legal issues relating to compensability, valuation, and constitutional matters; preparation of witnesses, exhibits, motions in limine and supporting briefs; direct and cross examination; jury selection; opening and closing statements; and, arguing/defending motions
Make individual and group presentations and write client-focused updates and blogs